Spellbinding rock formations and expansive desert landscapes punctuate the American Southwest, where scenic day-trips to national monuments, national parks, and other nationally recognized attractions fill plenty of visitors’ vacation itineraries. Farther west, on the California coast, the famous boardwalks provide a plethora of shopping, nightlife, and people-watching possibilities, along with Pacific Ocean views and the urban delights of Southern California’s beach towns. Desert and ocean vistas merge in South Baja, Mexico, as do opportunities for various water activities, golf, and simply digging your toes in the sand.
